August 21-23, 2023

This three-day event is designed to provide a robust learning environment that will facilitate strategic approaches to inclusion and belonging for all students in B.C.’s elementary and secondary schools.

ONLINE Conference

Registration includes viewing of all Keynote Presentations and Registered Strand recordings  for four weeks after the conference adjourns

Structure of the Day

On August 21-23, 2023 participants will come online together to hear and learn from people who have extensive experience in Inclusive Learning and who have been doing this heart work for decades.

Each day, a keynote will be delivered by a champion in diverse and innovative approaches to facilitating inclusive school environments. There will also be various strands of learning for participants to choose from, such as Self Regulated Learning , Positive Behavior Supports, Inclusive Literacy Practices, Transition & Self Determination, Collaborative and Proactive Solutions, Competency Based Inclusive Education Plans, and Mental Health. Participants will build their capacity to collaboratively analyze and plan for change during the institute’s planning time, and later at their respective school sites.

When we create inclusive schools, develop lessons and plans that will include all kids right from the start, and look deliberately at how we can transform school culture to have a place for everyone, inclusive environments are created, and a sense of belonging experienced by all kids. This belonging transcends the school environment and ultimately positively impacts people’s lives in all areas such as employment, relationships, post-secondary education, self-esteem, and participation.

All participants will receive a package of information to share with their colleagues. There will be opportunities to ask challenging questions. Participants can expect to receive direct, tangible strategies to overcome obstacles that are perceived to be in the way of forming inclusive learning environments for all kids. There will be opportunities to network virtually with other schools from all over British Columbia and share knowledge and approaches. Finally, participants will leave the Institute with the knowledge, skills, desire, and confidence to make their school welcoming and accessible to all kids.

 

Schedule

The individual strands and keynote presentations will take place virtually.
Please consult the schedule below for more details.

Monday August 21

7:30 am – 8:30 am
Registration
Participant check-in

8:30 am – 9:00 am
BC Summer Institute, Partnerships for Inclusive Learning Welcome
Family Support Institute – Angela Clancy

9:00 am – 10:00 am
Opening Keynote
How do we know if we’re inclusive? Reflecting on the guiding conditions of inclusion for students with intellectual disabilities- Shelley Moore

10:00 am – 10:30 am
Coffee Break

10:30 am – 12:30 pm
Training Strand
Participants follow their chosen strand of study

12:30 pm – 1:30 pm
Lunch

1:30 pm – 4:00 pm
Training Strand
Participants continue to follow their chosen strand of study

Tuesday August 22

8:00 am – 8:30 am
Information Booth
Staff available to answer questions

8:30 am – 9:30 am
Inclusion Now! Anti-ableism in Education
Dr. Carly Christensen

9:30 am – 10:00 am
Coffee Break

10:00 am -12:30 pm
Training Strand
Participants begin day 2 of their chosen strand of study

12:30 pm – 1:30 pm
Lunch

1:30 pm – 4:00 pm
Training Strand
Participants continue to follow their chosen strand of study

Wednesday August 23

8:00 am – 8:30 am
Information Booth
Staff available to answer questions

8:30 am – 8:45 am
Thank you and Closing Remarks

8:45 am – 10:15 am
Keynote: Student Voice

Self-determination and Self-advocacy – Dr. Leyton Schnellert

10:15 am – 10:30 am
Coffee Break

10:30 am – 12:30 pm
Training Strand
Participants continue to follow their chosen strand of study

12:30 pm – 1:30 pm
Lunch

1:30 pm – 4:00 pm
Training Strand
Participants continue to follow their chosen strand of study

Sponsors

Interested in becoming a sponsor?  Email summerinstitute@fsibc.com

Frequently Asked Questions

Which payment methods do you accept?

We accept Visa and Mastercard, if you would like to pay with a cheque please contact summerinstitute@fsibc.com  

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What if I need to cancel my ticket?

Before July 21st, 2023 full refund (less $25 for admin fees) July 21st – August 4th, 2023 50% refund (less $25 admin fees) After August 4th, 2023 – No refund

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I’d like to purchase tickets for a group, is there bulk pricing?

Yep, pricing for groups of 3 or more is 15% off. Start your group registration here

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